Nexus 5X CyanogenMod CM 13 Release 1 Update: How to install Android Marshmallow custom ROM

Popular aftermarket firmware developer community CyanogenMod has released the new Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow-based CM 13 (snapshot) custom ROM to LG's Google Nexus 5X.

In addition to key Marshmallow features such as Doze, new "Now on Tap" search option and verified boot security system, CM 13 firmware brings a new SMS application, an exclusive Cyanogen Apps pack, performance tweaks and many value-added features to Nexus 5X.

Prerequisites (things to remember before installing Custom ROM)

• Though installing custom ROM improves the device's performance and UI experiences, it makes the company warranty void; the company will no longer be liable to provide updates in future [users can restore warranty by flashing the device with stock-ROM].
• Make sure the device is rooted before going ahead with custom ROM installation.
• This new CyanogenMod CM 13 Release 1 Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow custom ROM series has to be installed on Google Nexus 5X (aka bullhead) only model, if tried on other devices, it might brick them [to check your device model: Go to Settings >> About phone >> model number].
• Installation of custom ROM requires clearing memory in the tablet, so make sure to back all the data by installing Clockwork Mod (CWM) Recovery/ TWRP in the smartphone.
• Make sure USB driver is installed in the PC or else your device (Google Nexus 5X) will not be recognised by the computer.
• Make sure your device has more than 80% battery, or else there is a chance of the tablet getting temporarily bricked if the installation process is interrupted midway.

In addition to aforementioned steps, Nexus 5X owners are advised to perform a couple more additional steps so that there is no hiccup during the installation procedure.

Read more: CyanogenMod CM 13 Release 1: Very important things to remember when installing the custom ROM

[Disclaimer: This procedure is very technical and should be performed by a person with sound knowledge of rooting (or manual software installation) Android devices. If the step-by-step installation process is not followed properly, there are chances of the smartphone getting bricked or being permanently irreparable. IBTimes India cannot be held responsible for any damage or claims from readers if the procedure does not yield the required results or if the smartphone is bricked. Hence, users are advised to proceed with caution.]

Tutorial: Step-by-step Installation Procedure of CyanogenMod CM 13 Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow custom ROM on LG- Google Nexus 5X-

Step 1: After downloading the CyanogenMod CM 13 Release 1 Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow custom ROM and Google Apps in the PC, connect Motorola-Google Nexus 6 to PC via USB chord.

Step 2: Then, place the Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow custom ROM zip file and Google apps .zip files into the phone's SD card memory. [Note: Users are advised to paste the .zip file in SD card root, not in any other folder.]

[Note: Before users begin installing the custom software, make sure the device is already rooted and must have installed ClockworkMod Recovery].

Step 3: Now turn-off the device and disconnect from the PC.

Step 4: Then perform the regular 'Bootloader Mode' sortie by long pressing 'Volume Up', 'Volume down' and 'Power' buttons.

Step 5: Once entering the 'Bootloader mode', go to the ClockworkMod Recovery mode, then perform full data wipe, by choosing 'wipe data/factory reset' [Note: Use 'Volume' keys to navigate and 'Power' button to select options, while operating under Recovery Mode].

Step 6: Now, clear the cache memory by selecting 'wipe cache partition.'

Step 7: Then go back to the ClockworkMod recovery, and select 'advanced' and tap 'wipe dalvik cache' [Note: This step is optional, but many recommend this procedure so that users will not face boot loops or any other errors in the middle of custom ROM installation]

Step 8: Again come back to the main recovery screen and then tap 'install zip from SD card.'

Step 9: Then tap 'choose zip from sdcard' and go to Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow ROM .zip file in the SD card and enter the installation process. Repeat the same procedure for installing Google Apps. [Note: use Volume keys to navigate and power button to select options]

Step 10: Once done with the installation process, navigate to '+++++Go Back+++++' and re-start the device by opting 'reboot system now' seen in the recovery menu.

Now, your device (LG-Google Nexus 5X) will take a minimum of five minutes to complete the booting process.

Users then head to Settings >> select About phone to confirm the installation of CyanogenMod Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow CM 13 custom ROM.

Downloadable files:

Nexus 5X (aka bullhead) CyanogenMod CM 13 Release 1: HERE [build date: 19/03/2016]

Cyanogen Recovery: HERE

Google Apps: HERE

USB Driver: HERE

[Credits: CyanogenMod]